Studio news GET A JUMP START ON BLACK FRIDAY DEALS! It’s that time of year again--time to start mapping out shopping bargains and stocking up on your favorites with the season’s hottest deals and steals! And this year, we’re giving you a head start! That’s right folks--we’re starting things up a little early to save you time (and a little energy, too!) Let’s face it... the holidays are full of to-do lists, wanna-do lists, and a whole lot of holiday hustle and bustle! Time is precious! We get it! So instead of having just ONE day to stock up and save... how about EIGHT? You read that right. No need to beat the Black Friday Weekend rush! <insert sigh of relief here> We’ve got some fabulous offers planned for the week, including your favorite scrapbooking brands, themes and categories! And all items will be available in stores only, while supplies last! (ok, ok, so maybe there’s a little bit of a rush to snag your favorites!) Stay tuned to the Scrapbook Studio blog where we’ll be announcing ONE offer per weekday starting Monday, November 12th! It’s hard to believe the holiday gift- giving season is once again upon us! Our store shelves are stocked with prints and patterns, embellishments and tools ready and waiting to assist with this year’s card-making, project creating, and layout assembling ad- ventures! But that holiday to-do list can certainly be overwhelming! Here’s a few tips for staying on top of the “handmade holidays” this season: 1. Plan ahead. Once you’ve finished your to-do list, promise yourself you won’t add any- thing to it! Map out your supplies, es- timating how much you’ll need and stock up in advance so you’re not stuck should you run out mid-task at midnight. (Having a few extras isn’t al- ways a bad thing. Scrap papers and extra bits are perfect for handmade paper bows, gift tags, spare cards, smaller packages, etc.!) 2. Don’t procrastinate. Easier said than done, right? Agreed. So give yourself some slack and set reasonable goals for each task. The sooner you start planning, prepar- ing and putting everything together, the more relaxed your holiday will be! Stick to your goals and you won’t be sweating those last minute projects! let the gift-giving begin w/ scrapbook studio November 2012: Volume 1, Issue 5 ALL Black Friday Scrapbooking offers Valid November 18-26th 3. Create an assembly line. Making crafts for the 24 kids in your child’s class? Hoping to mass pro- duce your holiday cards? Got a few calendars to put together for family & friends? No problem! Prepare each project in managa- ble stages, then pop in your favorite holiday DVD or turn on some festive tunes and get to work assembling (enlisting help whenever/wherever you can!) 4. Stop by your local Cord. Don’t forget--when all else fails, we’re here to help any way we can! Whether it’s tracking down an item you need or providing space for you to spread out while you work-- you’ll find us at the ready! 5. Most of all... Enjoy the process. Keep it simple, keep it fun, and you’ll keep on going til’ you’re done! When all else fails, We’re happy to help any way we can!
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Studio newsGET A JUMP START ON BLACK FRIDAY DEALS!It’s that time of year again--time to start mapping out shopping bargains and stocking up on your favorites with the season’s hottest deals and steals!
And this year, we’re giving you a head start! That’s right folks--we’re starting things up a little early to save you time (and a little energy, too!)
Let’s face it... the holidays are full of to-do lists, wanna-do lists, and a whole lot of holiday hustle and bustle! Time is precious! We get it! So instead of having just ONE day to stock up and save... how about EIGHT?
You read that right. No need to beat the Black Friday Weekend rush!
<insert sigh of relief here>
We’ve got some fabulous offers planned for the week, including your favorite scrapbooking brands, themes and categories! And all items will be available in stores only, while supplies last! (ok, ok, so maybe there’s a little bit of a rush to snag your favorites!)
Stay tuned to the Scrapbook Studio blog where we’ll be announcing ONE offer per weekday starting Monday, November 12th!
It’s hard to believe the holiday gift-giving season is once again upon us!
Our store shelves are stocked with prints and patterns, embellishments and tools ready and waiting to assist with this year’s card-making, project creating, and layout assembling ad-ventures! But that holiday to-do list can certainly be overwhelming!
Here’s a few tips for staying on top of the “handmade holidays” this season:
1. Plan ahead. Once you’ve finished your to-do list, promise yourself you won’t add any-thing to it! Map out your supplies, es-timating how much you’ll need and stock up in advance so you’re not stuck should you run out mid-task at midnight. (Having a few extras isn’t al-ways a bad thing. Scrap papers and extra bits are perfect for handmade paper bows, gift tags, spare cards, smaller packages, etc.!)
2. Don’t procrastinate. Easier said than done, right? Agreed. So give yourself some slack and set reasonable goals for each task. The sooner you start planning, prepar-ing and putting everything together, the more relaxed your holiday will be! Stick to your goals and you won’t be sweating those last minute projects!
let the gift-giving begin w/ scrapbook studioNovember 2012: Volume 1, Issue 5
3. Create an assembly line. Making crafts for the 24 kids in your child’s class? Hoping to mass pro-duce your holiday cards? Got a few calendars to put together for family & friends? No problem!
Prepare each project in managa-ble stages, then pop in your favorite holiday DVD or turn on some festive tunes and get to work assembling (enlisting help whenever/wherever you can!)
4. Stop by your local Cord.Don’t forget--when all else fails, we’re here to help any way we can! Whether it’s tracking down an item you need or providing space for you to spread out while you work--you’ll find us at the ready!
5. Most of all... Enjoy the process. Keep it simple, keep it fun, and you’ll keep on going til’ you’re done!
Recipe Club Layout - Cookies (Ruthie)Sunday, November 11th, 1:00-3:00pmCost of Class: $15Are you tired of cooking and eating the same ol’ thing over and over? Need some new recipes? Would you like to create a custom cookbook of your own? Well, each month we meet to create a 2-page, 8x8 layout featuring a different recipe category and you’re invited to join us!
The recipe selection for this month is “Cookies” and we will be using assorted Bazzill cardstock and “Kate’s Kitchen” Cricut Imagine cartridge to complete our 2-page layout. Make sure to bring your ruler and a trimmer along with your regular scrapbooking supplies/tool kit because you will be doing measur-ing and cutting in class. You will also need 1/4” & 1/2” Scor-Tape and a score board, if you have one. Please bring 11 copies of your favorite Cookie recipe to share with everyone in the class. Class kits are available should you be un-able to attend.
Also, if you do not have an 8” x “8 album to use for your Recipe Club layouts, albums & refills will be available for purchase after the class at a special 25% off discount!
Copic Cards (Diana)Tuesday, November 13th, 6:00-7:30pmCost of Class: $18In this class, Certified Copic Instructor Diana Matthews will show you step-by-step how to create THREE beautiful Christmas cards using different techniques including three-step basic coloring, shading with gray, and Copic watercolor! We’ll be using Stampendous stamps and Copic Markers, so bring your marker stash and plenty of adhesive--we’ll provide the rest!
Cord “Stop & Stamp” Workshop (Diana)Tuesday, November 27th, 6:00-7:30pmCost of Class: FREEIntroducing a brand NEW workshop at Cord Scrapbook Studio Graceland! Our “Stop & Stamp” Workshop is a great way to experiment with different stamp images and styles and to have fun in the process! All you need to bring is your favorite paper and ink, 3-5 stamps (labeled with your name) for everyone to “play” with, stamp handles and/or cleaning supplies and an open mind!
This month, our theme is Fall & Winter, so please bring stamps to fit the theme. We’ll trade stamps, practice different images, trade ideas and share tech-niques! Please note that although the class is FREE, registration is required.
Basic Grey Page of the Month: LucilleFriday, November 30th, 5:30-7:30pmCost of Class: $18/ $15/ $12This month’s 2-page, 12x12 layout features a variety of patterned papers and embellishments from the new “Lucille” collection from Basic Grey! Check out the blog for class details and complete supply list.
Year 2012 - November (Vicki)Saturday, November 3rd, 10:00 - 11:30amCost of Class: $18Come and join in documenting the year 2012 in an easy peasy but a fun way! We will make a 2-page 12x12 layout using the “Thankful” collection from Bella Blvd, a KI Memories “Over the Rainbow” Sew Cute Calendar Page, die-cuts from the Silhouette Cameo, and much more. Class kits with some pre-cut pieces, instructions and a photo are available should you be unable to attend class!
“C” is for Copic (Martha)Saturday, November 3rd, 10:00am -NoonCost of Class: $33 (Includes 4 Copic Markers)/ $15 (Class Only)In this beginner’s class, you will learn the Copic coloring system, marker styles, paper, coloring techniques, which paper & ink to use, etc. With each session, we’ll feature a family of 4 markers (this month, it’s the Radiant Reds) and you’ll leave with a ton of new ideas for trying out those new techniques!
Playing w/ Patterned Paper (Vicki)Saturday, November 3rd, Noon-1:30pmCost of Class: $18Have you wondered how to use all those patterned papers? Come and join us in making a 2-page, 12x12 layout using Simple Stories “Take a Hike” line of papers. You will learn how to use the patterned papers, layering, and few other techniques! If you can’t make the class - order a kit! The kit will include photo with instructions, all the papers, and most other supplies!
Sketchy Recipe (Vicki)Saturday, November 3rd, 2:30-4:30pmCost of Class: $15
Have you noticed all the sketch books on the market? In this class you will learn how to use a sketch (which is the recipe for a great layout!) and your Silhouette or Cricut machine to make it your own! We’ll choose the sketch and you choose the papers/title! Please bring to class a basic tool kit, your electronic die cutting machine, 4-6 photos (if desired), and your creative energy! You will see it is a “Sketchy Recipe”!
Quick & Easy Christmas Cards (Vicki)Sunday, November 4th, 2:00-4:00pm OR Thursday, November 15th, 10:00am - NoonCost of Class: $18Come and join us in making EIGHT Christmas Cards that are quick AND easy! We will be using the Simple Stories “Handmade Holiday” 4x6 Sn@p cards with a few added embellishments for truly striking cards! Along with your basic tool kit, please bring a glitter pen, black journaling pen and Chestnut Roan ink.
Copic Cards (Martha)Saturday, November 10th, 10:00am -1:00pmCost of Class: $22 (Markers Provided for Use)/ $20 (Bring Your Own Markers)Be ready for the holidays with some of the cutest Copic cards ever! We’ll be using a variety of stamps from La-La-Land, Artistic Impressions and Paper Smooches to create FIVE cards plus designs for five more! Please contact the store for complete list of Copic markers we’ll be using in class.
Basic Grey Page of the Month: LucilleFriday, November 30th, 5:30-7:30pmCost of Class: $18/ $15/ $12This month’s 2-page, 12x12 layout features a variety of patterned papers and embellishments from the new “Lucille” collection from Basic Grey! Check out the blog for class details and complete supply list.
The Holiday blitzScrapbook pages. Christmas Cards. Home decor.
We’ve ALL got a holiday “wanna-do” list!
Why not join us for a little “holiday blitz”(18 hours of pure, old-fashioned, scrapbooking fun)
and tackle that to-do list with us!
It’s our last big CROP of the year!
18-Hour Scrap-Fest
Nora & Graceland November 16th: 5pm-11pmNovember 17th: 10am-10pm$25 per Cropper
CROP FEE INCLUDES: - 18 hours of crop time - 4ft of table space with a comfy (reclinable) chair - weekend “snack pack” and bottled water - and, a special “Thank You” gift from us!
Plus, croppers receive exclusive after-hours discounts and special coupons to use the night of the crop!
Space is limited, so contact your local store today!
All bella blvd collections30% OFF
November dealsOffer valid with coupon only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance. Available November 1st - November 10th, 2012 or while supplies last.
All wrmk patterned papers 5 for $3
Offer valid with coupon and Photo Club Membership only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance. Available November 1st - November 15th, 2012 or while supplies last.
All Halloween collections40% off
Photo Club
Free item is of equal or less value. Offer valid with coupon only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance. Available November 11th - November 17th, 2012 or while supplies last.
bazzill 2 scoops cardstock (reg $.75/ea)2 for $1
Offer valid with coupon only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance.. Available November 11th - November 17th, 2012 or while supplies last.
All SUMMer paper collections30% off
Offer valid with coupon only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance. Available November 18th - November 24th, 2012 or while supplies last.
Nutcracker sweet collection30% OFF
My Mind’s Eye 6x6 paper Pads$2 off
simple stories patterned papersBOGO Free
Offer valid with coupon only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance. Available November 25th - November 30th, 2012 or while supplies last.
One Regular Price scrapbook item40% off
Includes already marked down page kits! Offer valid with coupon and Photo Club Membership only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. Excludes November 2012 and December 2012 page kit purchases. Available November 16th - November 30th, 2012 or while supplies last.
All Page of the Month kits (Reg. $18/ea)Just $8
Photo Club
Offer valid with coupon only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance. Available November 1st - November 10th, 2012 or while supplies last.
Offer valid with coupon only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance. November 18th - November 24th, 2012 or while supplies last.
Free item is of equal or less value. Offer valid with coupon only. Limit 1 usage per customer. Not valid on special orders or previous purchases. May not be combined with other coupons or offers, including clearance. Available November 25th - November 30th, 2012 or while supplies last.
